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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1970 05-26 CC MIN76 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA May 25, 1970 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City c National City was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by ;lice Mayor Camaoho. ROLL CALL Council members present: Hogue, Reid, Waters, Camacho. Absent: Morgan. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIALS present: Bourcier, Minogue, Civil Engineer Assoc- iate Newberry, Osburn, Stockman. SALUTE TO FLAG AND INVOCATION The meeting was opened with salute to the Flag led by City Manager Osburn followed with invocation by Councilman Waters. AP,PROVAL OF MINUTES CITY LERN MINOGUE requested approval of the minutes of the regular meeting of May 19, 1970 be deferred until the next Council meeting. Moved by Waters, seconded by Hogue, the request be 9ranted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. PRESENTATION OF vLAQUE TO FORMER COUNCILMAN HOWARD S. COLSURN, JR. was listed on the Agenda. VICE MAYOR CAMACHO said Mr. Colburn could not be present at the Council meeting and requested the plaque be mailed to his home. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, this be either delivered or mailed to his home. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS COUNCILMAN WATERS thanked the City Manager for the report on the operation of the different departments. COUNCILMAN WATERS said in the future, when there were any activities going on like this past Saturday where a key to the City is presented and the program is endorsed, he would like to be given the courtesy of being noti- fied of the event; he might not be able to attend out would like to be in- formed. COUNCILMAN WATERS spoke in regard to the sewerage problem at the Boys Club; he understood there was a possibility of a Court Injunction to stop all building within the City until the situation was corrected. COUNCILMAN WATERS reported he attended the Tecate Fiesta this weekend and went down at his own expense; he was enthused about the way the people at Tecate treated them; they furnished a police escort; when these people or any dignitary come to the City they should be shown equal courtesy. COUNCILMAN WATERS said the local paper reported "Council faces $123,000.00 deficit in city budget; he heard rumors of this and he had 4 or 5 phone calls on it and didn't have any information; if the Council had a report stating why in general, when people call them up they can act a little more intelli- gent. City Manager Osburn said the budget was on his desk and a copy was given to the Star -News; the Star -News reporter came in and talked to him; he explained to her what it was; the Councilmen received them before the news- paper did; he never releases anything to the press that hasn't gone to the Council. 5/26/70 77 COUNCILMAN REID said he didn't know anything about the activity Saturday being a City function; he had a personal invitation; he receives many; he felt honored to be invited. Vice Mayor Camacho said they attended by person- al invitation by the foundation for them to attend; actually, there was no committment by Councilman Reid nor him in any way; it was just an attendance there so they could see what was going on; they heard speakers and not once did he commit the City to anything and he didn't hear Councilman Reid commii himself to anything; he gave a welcome speech to the delegates from all parts of the State of California who were there to dedicate this Chapter (Seven Steps Foundation). COUNCILMAN HOGUE said it had been brought to his attention that the speed zone limit on 24th Street and 30th Street should be checked; it seems as though the school zone on 30th between Highland and National is posted 35 mph and that the speed zone on 24th is 25 mph where there is no school; this should be reversed. Councilman Hogue inquired how they were doing on the check to change traffic. Civil Engineer Associate Newberry reported they have finished all of their radar survey and he was preparing a report now; it should be ready in two weeks for all the major streets in town. VICE MAYOR CAMACHO introduced his wife who was present in the audience. VICE MAYOR CAMACHO asked for Council's support to invite Mr. Bill Pearson of San Diego State College to a Council meeting to give him the Key to the City for the stand he made in regard to lowering our Flag at San Diego State College; he felt proud to know they have many, many wonderful young men like Mr. Pearson. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the Vice Mayor's recommenda- tion be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. The PROCLAMATION of CLASSIFIED SCHOOL EMPLOYEES WEEK" (May 24 - May 30, 1970) was read. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the Proclamation be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FRANK CHENELLE, 3025 Plaza Boulevard, was present and requested when the recommendations from the City Manager, Agenda Item 16 b ("Communication from City Manager in regard to Legislative Bulletin dated May 15") the Council lay aside recommendations and let him speak separately on SB 740, SB 874, 876, 941, 695, 601, AB 1261, and AB 1743. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. MICKEY PHILLIPS, Commander Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4630 Member of the Executive Board of American Legion Post 255, was present and invited every- one to attend a Memorial Day program at La Vista Cemetary to dedicate the new Veterans Memorial at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 30; they will have a 21 piece Navy band to supply the music, the California Cadet Corps of Sweet- water will lead the flags, the Massing of Colors will be outstanding. WAYNE BROWN, 1146 Delta Street (Director of the Junior Patrol Program), was present and invited the Council to the yearly Junior Patrol Swim Program tomorrow afternoon from 1:00 to 3:00 at Las Palmas Park. LLOYD RASH, 1817 Petra Drive, San Diego, Commander elect for American Legion Post 255 in National City, was present and spoke in regard to Bill Pearson; at 8:00 p.m. on June 5 at their post they are having an awards night; they have invited the Mayors of Coronado, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach and he was present tonight to invite the Mayor of National City; Bill Pearson will be there; Al Coupee from KOGO will be there to give a speech on Bill Pearson; he will present him with a Letter of Commendation and a beautiful plaque they have had made up for him; his wife will be there and they have letters coming out in the Union -Tribune, the Star -News and the Independent in con- junction with this affair; their news bulletin (which is 600 strong) totally support this; he invited the Council to present the key to Bill Pearson at the Awards ceremony. 5/26/70 78 ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the resolutions be presented by title. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. RESOLUTION NO. 10,105, "RESOUTION GRANTING ZONE VARIANCE PURSUANT TO ORDI- NANCE NO. 962 (Zone Variance No. Z-72, Reduction in Rear Yard Setback at 2602 E. Third Street)." Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, the resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. RESOLUTION NO. 10,106, "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND EXPENDI- T(JRE (Beautification of El Toyon Park)." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. RESOLUTION NO. 10,107, "RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF INTENTION TO VACATE AND CLOSE CERTAIN PORTIONS OF BAY AVENUE BETWEEN 13TH AND 19TH STREET." Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the resolution be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan, ADOPTION OF ORDINANCES CITY MANAGER OSBURN said the first ordinance listed on the Agenda regarded overtime; he will have estimated costs on this by the next Council meeting and recommended they hold this until that time. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, 12±2inamendationbearaved.E Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. ORDINANCE NO. 1244, 40RDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER SERVICE CHARGES," was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the second reading of the ordinance be by title. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. The City Manager read the title. Charles Micone, 1245 Plaza Boulevard, was present and protested adoption of the ordinance. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the ordinance be adopted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. HEARING The ASSESSMENT HEARING, 1911 ACT IMPROVEMENT OP ARCAD IA PLACE & PLEASANT LANE, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 169 was called at this time. The City Mana- ger recommended the hearing be continued to 8:00 p.m. June 9, 1970. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, this be continued until our City Attorney re- turns because it has become our, policy that he runs these hariqu. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. APPROVAL OF BILLS BILLS AUDITED 3Y THE FINANCE COMMITTEE were presented: General Fund $10,098.68 Traffic Safety 2,217.05 Capital Outlay 330.00 Park Fund 1,390.99 Drainage 3,537.50 Sewer 1,150.32 Civic Center 265.82 Total 0.6,990.36 Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, these bills be paid. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Hogue, Reid, Waters, Camacho. Nays: Ncne. Absent: Morgan NEW BUSINESS The request of WILLIAM V. HARLOW to move a dwelling structure, 2014 2. 10th Street to 2100 E. 4th Street and the Director of Building & Housing's recommendation to approve subject to seven conditions were presented. Director of Planning Stockman reported the Planning Commission at the regu- lar meeting on May 25 recommended that a Residential Planned Development Permit be issued permitting the relocation subject to 5 conditions. Moved 5/26/70 79 by Reid, seconded by Waters, this be approved subeci to the twelve conditions of Bui1dii & Uvusing and the Planning Director's recommenda- tions. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from CHARLES S, BENDAX appealing denial of a taxi driver's permit and the Police Chief's recommendation to approve issuance of the permit subject to information received from the Cli, were presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, Liendationip2:)earovedtheChief'srecomlt. Carried by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Reid, Waters, Camacho. Nays: Hogue. Absent: Morgan. An application for a business license to operate 1 ambulance by BAY CITIES AMBULANCE, 2503 Highland Avenue, was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, this request be granted. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from ALFRED G. & IRENE FIGUEROA, 934 E. 9th Street, request- ing closing of the west end of 9th Street and the City Manager's report that Mrs. Figueroa wishes to have 9th Street closed permanently in the area be- hind Grants and the Security Pacific National Bank, were presented. City Manager Osburn recommended this be referred to the Planning Commission to set the necessary hearinp for a closing. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. An application for refund of a $25.00 performance bond by HELENE HAMMOND, 2822 E. 8th Street (final inspection okayed by F. W. Baker, Engineering Department), was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, the refund be approved. Carried by 'unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the CITY ENGINEER stating the Delgado Terrace develop- ers want the City to share in the cost of installing a 48" diameter pipe through the subdivision and recommending the City not participate in that portion but that the City share ($3,537.50) in the construction of 233 lineal feet of 48" diameter RCP, was presented. City Manager Osburn recom- mended approval; it has been discussed with the subdivider in previous meetings. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the City Engineer's recomrnen- dation beaproved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the CITY ENGINEER recommending red and yellow curb markings on 30th Street adjacent to Sweetwater High School be removed and signs with the legend "No Parking During School Hours" be placed adjacent to the curb now painted red, was presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the City Engineer's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the SOUTH BAY GUIDANCE CENTER, INC. reporting the current status of the Center and services being provided to the entire South Bay area (the Board of Directors would like to discuss with City officials the possibility of joint efforts to bring services of the Center into the City of National City), was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, the City Manager meet with these people ana re ort to Council. Councilman Waters said he definitely would like to consider a local man (Collins) to run a drug abuse program if at all possible. Carried by unani- mous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from COMBO (Combined Arts & Education Council of San Diego County), outlining their functions and requesting an opportunity to discuss their requirements before the Mayor and City Council at an early date, was presented. City Manager Osburn said they could invite them to appear be- fore the Council at a regularly scheduled meeting if the Council desired. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, the City Manager's recommendation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. 5/26/70 80 A communication from the EMERGENCY CARE COMMITTEE, COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, to the County Board of Supervisors recommending the Community Hospital of Chula Vista and the University Hospital of San Diego County be approved as primary emergency facilities for a period ending December 31, 1970, and that public and county emergency transportation agencies, etc. be informed, was present- ed. Ordered filed by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF ,PARXS & RECREATION, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, urging support of the passage of Proposition 7 on the June ballot to enable the sale of unsold bonds for the purpose of completing needed recreational facilities (Sweetwater Reservoir Regional Park, Guajome Regional Park, Los Penasquitos Regional Park, Torrey Pines and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park affected by Proposition 7), was presented. Order- ed filed by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. The resignation of THOMAS H. COSI3Y from the Traffic Safety Committee and a communication from the City Manager recommending he be awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for his 18 years of service, were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Reid, the City Manager's recommendation be approved and we accept the resi9nation. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT request- ing the contractual agreement between the City and Mr. Wesley as technical adviser and supervisor of electrical work at El Toyon Park be approved, was presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, this request be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. A communication from the CITY MANAGER recommending a Finance Committee meet- ing at 4:00 p.m., Monday, June 8, was presented. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, ...22....CLtaaesaitinmendationbearoved_Rp_.... Carried by unani- mous vote. Absent; Morgan. The minutes of the regular meeting of the PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD of May 18, were presented. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, this be re- ferred to the Finance Committee meeting. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Communications from the CITY MANAGER in regard to the LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 3rd Legislative Digest and Legislative Bulletin dated May 15, were presented. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the recommendations of Mr. Osburn and the Lea ue of California Cities be a roved on all bills exce those mentioned by Mr. Chenelle: SB 740, SB 8741 S3 873? SB ;4 S3 395 2,SB601A31261 and AB1743. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Frank Chenelle was present and said the Council asked him to find a way whereby the State would subsidize the added costs of retirement at age 50 so they could go along with SB 740, 601 and AB 1261. They have found a way; AS 1743 was introduced in the Assembly. AS 1743 provides for retirement at age 50 with 25 years of service at half -pay, with possible higher retire- ment pay based on additional percentages for additional years of service over the basic 25 up to a maximum of 75 retirement pay. Mr. Chenelle said under A3 1743 the State would subsidize the additional retirement costs to be paid by the local entity as follows: the local entity would pay nothing for the first three years, -c of the added cost the fourth year, 11 of the added cost the fifth year, 3/4 of the added cost the sixth year, and in the seventh year the local entity would take over payment of the total cost. Mr. Chenelle asked that the Council send no recommendations to the State Legislature until they meet as the Finance Committee in budget session as they voted to do two weeks ago. Mr. Chenelle also requested (1) police officers be paid a minimum of four hours for Court appearances, (2) that the present 5;,-; additional pay for detectives be deleted and they be paid for overtime the same as patrolmen are paid; the detectives asked him to re- quest this of Council, and (3) that police lieutenants be paid for overtime. Mr. Chenelle requested the Council delay acting on all the bills previously mentioned with the exception of SS 874 and 876; he mentioned those only 5/26/70 81 because he wanted to know why Mr. Osburn would be against them. The City Manager said the bills imposed restrictions on members of committees and sub -committees under the Brown Act which he thought were unreasonable. Andy I3ekech, President, N. C. Fireman ' s Relief Assoc., was present and said the firemen were subject to "on -call" the same as the police; during each thirty day period the firemen are on -call four 24-hour days, they are sub- ject to demerits if they cannot be contacted when on -call (this should not be confused with their normal on -call basis 365 days a year, 24 hours a day), and they were asking for a reasonable compensation for this time on their off days. There was discussion of the number of hours in firemen's work week; Councilman Hogue asked how many additional firemen would be need- ed to cut their work week to 40 hours. Mr. Chenelle recommended an addition- al man or two be added to Wayne Brown's staff to work with the Junior Patrol. Mr. Chenelle said he would be present at the June 8 Finance Committee meet- ing. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the four suggestions brought to Council b the fire and olice re resentatives be included in the Finance Committee meeting June 8. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Moved by Waters, seconded by Hogue, the Council o alon with the Cit Mana.- er's recommendation on SS 874 and SB 376. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, to ap_ prove Mr Chenelle's recommendation the hold SB 740 over for two weeks. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Mr. Chenelle requested the Council hold off recommendations on SB 695, SB 941, SB 601, and AB 1743 until after the June 3 Finance Committee meeting (AB 1261 died in committee this morning). Moved by Hogue, seconded by Waters, the recommendations on these four bills be held up until June 8. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. REPORTS CITY MANAGER 0SBURN requested approval of the Sweetwater Flood Control Channel as wa.s shown to them in the pre -Council meeting so they can notify the County. Moved by Waters, seconded by Reid, it be approved as it was shown. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. CITY MANAGER 0SBURN stated the Real Estate Committee voted Friday that the City Manager work out the details and advertise the property at 24th and "8" for sale or lease; he would propose to open the bid at the Council meeting on June 23. Moved by Reid, seconded by Hogue, the City Manager's recommen- dation be approved. Carried by unanimous vote. Absent: Morgan. Moved by Reid, seconded by Waters, the meeting be closed. Carried by unani- mous vote. Absent: Morgan. The meeting closed at 3:54 p.m. City Clerk City of National City,( s,li:. The foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of National City at the regular meeting of June 9, 1970. No corrections Correction as noted below Mayor, Cit `iftat Tonal City, Cali orn a 5/26/70